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space1 year ago

"Russian Soyuz Capsule Safely Returns 3 Astronauts, Including 1st Female Belarusian Astronaut, from ISS Mission"

A Russian Soyuz spacecraft brought a crew of three, including a NASA astronaut, back to Earth after undocking from the International Space Station and landing in Kazakhstan. The crew consisted of a Russian cosmonaut, a Belarusian guest flier, and the NASA astronaut, who had spent 204 days in space and participated in a spacewalk. The returning crew members were in good spirits and healthy, with the Belarusian flier expressing gratitude and the NASA astronaut heading back to Houston, while the remaining crew members continue their mission on the space station.

via CBS News|
#international-space-station#nasa-astronaut#russia
space1 year ago

"International Space Station Welcomes New Crew of Ten, Including First Belarus Woman Cosmonaut"

Three spaceflyers, including NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson, arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Russian Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft after a two-day orbital chase. The crew, which includes a Russian cosmonaut and a spaceflight participant from Belarus, will join the current residents on the ISS. Dyson will stay for about six months, while the others will return in early April.

via Space.com|
#iss#nasa#roscosmos
space-exploration1 year ago

"Recent Soyuz Craft Launches to ISS Despite Glitch and Aborted Attempts"

A Russian Soyuz spacecraft successfully launched from the Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, carrying a Russian, a Belarusian, and an American en route to the International Space Station (ISS) after a glitch caused a delay in the original launch. The crew, consisting of NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson, Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Novitskiy, and spaceflight participant Marina Vasilevskaya of Belarus, is scheduled to dock with the ISS on Monday. This mission highlights continued collaboration in space exploration between the United States and Russia despite strained relations due to the war in Ukraine.

via Reuters|
#international-space-station#nasa-astronaut#roscosmos-cosmonaut
space1 year ago

"Space Station Bound: Soyuz Craft Successfully Launches 3 Astronauts After Glitch"

NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson and her crewmates successfully launched from Kazakhstan to the International Space Station and are set to dock on Monday. Dyson will spend six months aboard the station as an Expedition 70 and 71 flight engineer, while her crewmates will stay for 12 days before providing the ride home for another astronaut. This marks Dyson's third spaceflight, and the mission will also include the first spaceflight for Marina Vasilevskaya.

via NASA|
#expedition-70#international-space-station#nasa
space-exploration2 years ago

"Reflections on 371 Days in Space: An Astronaut's Unexpected Journey"

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio unintentionally set the record for the longest U.S. space flight after his mission to the International Space Station extended from 180 days to 371 days due to a coolant leak in the original spacecraft. Rubio reflects on the challenges and unique experiences of the unexpectedly long journey, emphasizing the support of the mission team and the physical effects of long-term spaceflight. Despite minor discomfort upon returning to Earth, Rubio feels physically and mentally well, attributing it to the established methods for maintaining astronaut health during extended missions.

via NPR|
#astronaut#nasa#record
space-exploration2 years ago

"From Space to Earth: US Astronaut's Record-Setting Return"

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio is adjusting to life back on Earth after spending a record-setting 371 days in space. Rubio experienced discomfort in his feet and lower back due to the effects of gravity. He returned to Earth after a Soyuz spacecraft, which was originally intended as an emergency backup vehicle, developed a coolant leak. Rubio now holds the record for the longest time an American has spent in space, surpassing the previous record of 355 consecutive days. During his mission, Rubio attempted to grow a tomato in space but lost track of it.

via Phys.org|
#astronaut#gravity#record-setting
space2 years ago

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio returns home after a record-setting year in space

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio, along with two Russian crewmates, has returned to Earth after completing a record-breaking 371-day mission at the International Space Station (ISS). Rubio's mission was extended due to a coolant leak in the Soyuz spacecraft, which required a replacement to be sent to the ISS. The crew finally returned to Earth after undocking from the space station and landing in Kazakhstan. This marks the longest single spaceflight ever undertaken by an American astronaut and the third-longest mission in the history of human spaceflight.

via Ars Technica|
#astronaut#international-space-station#longest-spaceflight
space2 years ago

NASA Astronaut and Cosmonauts Set to Return to Earth After Yearlong Mission

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio and two Russian cosmonauts are set to return to Earth on September 27 after spending over a year in space. The trio will depart from the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft and touch down in Kazakhstan. The entire event will be livestreamed on Space.com, with coverage starting at 12 a.m. EDT. Rubio, Prokopyev, and Petelin's mission was extended due to a Soyuz leak, and if they land on time, their mission will have lasted 371 days, making Rubio the new American record holder for the longest continuous spaceflight.

via Space.com|
#astronaut#cosmonauts#international-space-station
science-and-technology2 years ago

International Space Station Welcomes New Crew from Russia and NASA

A Russian Soyuz spacecraft successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS), carrying two Russian cosmonauts and a US astronaut. The mission comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the US. The crew members expressed optimism about their cooperation in space, emphasizing the care they take of each other. Russia's space program recently faced a setback with the crash of the Luna-25 space module during a lunar landing attempt. Russia plans to leave the ISS after 2024 and develop its own orbital station, while also seeking to strengthen space cooperation with China.

via DW (English)|
#astronaut#cosmonauts#international-space-station
space2 years ago

International Space Station Mission: NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Launch

A NASA astronaut, Loral O'Hara, along with two Russian cosmonauts, Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, launched aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan to the International Space Station (ISS). This marks the first time Russia has launched astronauts to the ISS in nearly a year. The crew will take over operations from the current trio of crew members who have been on the space station for almost a year. The launch comes after a coolant leak in the previous Soyuz spacecraft, MS-22, caused by space debris, left the crew stranded on the ISS. NASA's partnership with Roscosmos is crucial for the space station's operations and scientific research.

via CNN|
#crew-rotation#international-space-station#nasa
space2 years ago

NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Launch to ISS, Replacing Stuck Crew

NASA astronaut Loral O'Hara, along with Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, are set to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) today. The crew will launch aboard a Soyuz spacecraft and make one of the fastest-ever trips to the ISS. They will serve as a relief crew for the current ISS crew, who have been in space for over a year due to a delayed return caused by a leak in their Soyuz spacecraft. This launch highlights the importance of having backup vehicles in case of emergencies.

via Space.com|
#astronauts#international-space-station#launch
space2 years ago

Astronaut Replacement Crew Set to Launch to ISS on Friday

A new crew consisting of NASA astronaut Loral O'Hara and Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub is set to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday to replace three astronauts who were forced to carry out a year-long mission after their spacecraft suffered catastrophic damage. The previous crew, including US astronaut Frank Rubio, spent a record-setting 371 days in space due to a damaged Soyuz spacecraft. The replacement crew will spend varying durations on the ISS, with Kononenko and Chub staying for a year and O'Hara for six months.

via The National|
#astronauts#international-space-station#record-setting-stay
space2 years ago

NASA Astronaut Frank Rubio Sets Record for Longest Time in Space, Surprising Even Himself

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio, who was originally scheduled for a six-month stay on the International Space Station, ended up spending 371 days in space due to an unexpected Soyuz spacecraft leak. Rubio broke the record for the longest continuous period in space by a NASA astronaut. He has been living and working alongside 28 colleagues from various nations and has completed various missions during his extended stay. Rubio maintained his physical fitness through daily exercise routines and is eager to see how his body adapts upon returning to Earth. NASA believes the data collected from Rubio's mission will be valuable for planning future long-duration missions beyond low-Earth orbit.

via Ars Technica|
#astronaut#long-duration-mission#nasa
space2 years ago

NASA Astronaut Frank Rubio Shatters U.S. Spaceflight Record

NASA astronaut Frank Rubio and his two Russian Soyuz spacecraft crewmates were originally scheduled to return to Earth six months ago, but due to a spacecraft leak, their mission was extended to a record-breaking year in space. Rubio spoke about the challenges of a year in orbit, including maintaining mental sharpness. The crew was supposed to evacuate using a SpaceX Crew Dragon in case of emergency, but fortunately, a replacement Soyuz arrived, allowing them to stay on board until the end of September. Rubio officially broke the U.S. record for continuous days in space, logging 355 days.

via Space.com|
#frank-rubio#international-space-station#nasa